For 14 years Scott Wood has been a member of the Salesmanship Club of Dallas. Over those years, the organization’s signature fundraising golf tournament has made it through major changes — the death of its namesake Byron Nelson, venue changes, major sponsorship adjustments and the topsy-turvy developments in the professional golf world. It was recently announced that Scott … [Read more...] about Scott Wood Named President Of The Salesmanship Club Of Dallas
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2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: My Possibilities
According to My Possibilities Marketing and Communications Manager Rhys Wolf, “My Possibilities (MP) is a nonprofit organization based in North Texas that addresses the challenge of providing educational and vocational opportunities for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). As a widely underserved community, MP aims to enhance the overall … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: My Possibilities
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: 29 Acres
According to 29 Acres Development Coordinator Kayli Webster, “At 29 Acres, our mission is to ensure that people living with autism and other neurodiversities have community and a safe place to live where opportunity and happiness are the standard. We serve the full spectrum of autism and neurodiversity and have many ways for individuals to get involved, whether it is … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: 29 Acres
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Yogi Squad
According to Yogi Squad Executive Director Brooke Blankenship, “Yogi Squad offers yoga and mindfulness classes through virtual, on-demand yoga videos for kids and families. Communities Foundation of Texas’ North Texas Giving Day amplifies our impact each school year so we can continue to educate and equip kids with life-changing tools throughout the year. “The … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Yogi Squad
2023 North Texas Giving Day: Caring Pathways Of Carrollton
According to Caring Pathways of Carrollton President Janet Kelsay, “For many families, Caring Pathways of Carrollton offers the only option of a quality day program for their adult family member with intellectual and developmental disabilities. “At Caring Pathways, we welcome clients often not accepted into similar programs due to their independent functioning … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day: Caring Pathways Of Carrollton
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Raise Your Game
According to Raise Your Game Founder Mikel Ray, “While everyone is different, Raise Your Game recognizes that each person has God-given abilities. Raise Your Game believes all children should receive the encouragement, guidance, and leadership needed to realize their dreams. Basketball is our tool. The mission of Raise Your Game is to make a positive difference in the … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Raise Your Game
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Big Hearts Day Habilitation Center
According to Big Hearts Day Habilitation Center Executive Director Ellen Robinson, “High school graduation is an exciting time, representing the transition of a child to a young adult. Universities visited, career choices determined, and a new independence from family begins. “For a student with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), the path is much … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Big Hearts Day Habilitation Center
2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Patriot Paws Service Dogs
According to Patriot Paws Service Dogs Director of Operations Rick Stevens, “Patriot Paws Service Dogs is a Rockwall, Texas-based national non-profit that trains and provides Service Dogs of the highest quality at no cost to disabled American Veterans, First Responders, and others, who suffer from mobile disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injuries, and/or Post-Traumatic Stress. … [Read more...] about 2023 North Texas Giving Day Booster: Patriot Paws Service Dogs
MySweetOpportunity: Grant Halliburton Foundation’s 2023 Hope Party
According to 2023 Hope Party Co-Chairs Karen Goetting and Camille Owens, “This fall, we hope North Texans will join us on Friday, November 17, at the beautiful Statler Hotel in Downtown Dallas for the 14th annual Hope Party, an evening benefiting Grant Halliburton Foundation. This annual fundraiser is the most fun you can have for a good cause—and this year promises to be … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Grant Halliburton Foundation’s 2023 Hope Party
JUST IN: Christy Berry And Nancy Scripps To Co-Chair Healing Hands Luncheon For HHM Health
After a highly successful, sold-out Healing Hands Luncheon this past April featuring former Olympian Scott Hamilton with Rosewood Corporation and Texas Health as the Healthcare Innovator Awardees, HHM Health has already locked down the leadership for the 2024 event. It was just revealed that Christy Berry and Nancy Scripps will co-chair the luncheon. The gals have … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Christy Berry And Nancy Scripps To Co-Chair Healing Hands Luncheon For HHM Health
Coach Ken Carter And Rainbow Days Youngsters Score “Pot of Gold” At Luncheon Fundraiser
The 500 guests at the Pot of Gold Lunch on Friday, May 5, at the Westin Galleria Dallas were literally on their feet for the Rainbow Days fundraiser. Not only did the adorable Rainbow Days children sing on stage, but tough love keynote speaker Coach Ken Carter rallied all with "an interactive message about determination, success and giving back to the community." Here's a … [Read more...] about Coach Ken Carter And Rainbow Days Youngsters Score “Pot of Gold” At Luncheon Fundraiser